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2026 Hyundai Elantra
Car and Driver says most model-year changes for the Elantra aren't worth mentioning, but a new SEL Sport Premium trim replaces the SEL Convenience trim for 2026. Most versions run a 147-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder, with a 201-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter for the N Line and a 139-hp combined hybrid also available. MSRP runs $24,120-$31,295. MotorTrend measured the 0-60 dash at 8.4 seconds, quicker than the base Honda Civic, and says while it generally recommends the Civic over the Elantra, higher-end Elantra models have better tech than the rival Civic -- the competition between these two compacts is that close; MotorTrend lists top-ranked competitors as the Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla, and Mazda 3.
Current archiveChecked Sep. 20, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.0-liter 4-cylinder, 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI)
Output147–201 hp
DrivetrainFWD
Seating5
Decision answers22Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says most model-year changes for the Hyundai Elantra aren't worth mentioning, but a new SEL Sport Premium trim replaces the SEL Convenience trim for 2026.
Pricing and powertrain for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $24,120-$31,295. Most versions run a 147-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder, with a 201-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder for the N Line and a hybrid making 139 hp combined also available.
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) measured the 2026 Elantra's 0-60 mph dash at an acceptable 8.4 seconds, quicker than the base Civic.
How it compares to its closest rivals
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says while it generally recommends the Civic over the Elantra, higher-end Elantra models have better tech than the rival Civic, and the competition between these two compacts is that close; MotorTrend lists top-ranked competitors as the Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla, and Mazda 3.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a new SEL Sport Premium trim replaces the SEL Convenience trim, with little else changing.
How much does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $24,120 to $31,295.
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Record summary
What to know first
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra is a compact sedan that Kelley Blue Book lists in 5 trims, from the SE to the N Line. Its engine choices are 2.0-liter 4-cylinder and 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI). Power runs from 147 to 201 horsepower, and Kelley Blue Book lists front-wheel drive. Its curb weights run 2,868 to 3,020 lb and its combined fuel economy 31 to 35 mpg.
Model-year note
Against the 2025 model year in Kelley Blue Book's rows, SEL Sport Premium joins the lineup; SEL Convenience is no longer listed; the best combined fuel economy moves from 36 to 35 mpg.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| SE | Entry trim | See full equipment map |
| SEL Sport | Trim 2 of 5 | See full equipment map |
| SEL Sport Premium | Trim 3 of 5 | See full equipment map |
| Limited | Trim 4 of 5 | See full equipment map |
| N Line | Top trim | See full equipment map |
01
02Entry trim
SE
Trim 2 of 5
SEL Sport
04
Trim 4 of 5
Limited
05
Top trim
N Line
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra: 5 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, IVT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 31 / 40 / 35 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SEL Sport | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, IVT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 30 / 40 / 34 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SEL Sport Premium | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, IVT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 30 / 40 / 34 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Limited | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, IVT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 30 / 40 / 34 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| N Line | 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | Automatic, 7-Spd Dual Clutch w/Shiftronic | FWD | 201 | 195 | 28 / 35 / 31 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | 2,868 lb | 185.4 in | 55.7 in | 107.1 in | 5.3 in | 12.4 gal | 40.6 in | 42.3 in | P195/65R15 |
| SEL Sport | 2,868 lb | 185.4 in | 55.7 in | 107.1 in | 5.3 in | 12.4 gal | 40.6 in | 42.3 in | P225/45R17 |
| SEL Sport Premium | 2,868 lb | 185.4 in | 55.7 in | 107.1 in | 5.3 in | 12.4 gal | 38.7 in | 42.3 in | P225/45R17 |
| Limited | 2,868 lb | 185.4 in | 55.7 in | 107.1 in | 5.3 in | 12.4 gal | 38.7 in | 42.3 in | P225/45R17 |
| N Line | 3,020 lb | 185.4 in | 55.9 in | 107.1 in | 5.5 in | 12.4 gal | 38.7 in | 42.3 in | P235/40R18 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 Hyundai Elantra trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | SE | SEL Sport | SEL Sport Premium | Limited | N Line |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | – | – | Std | Std | – |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | – | – | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||
| Heated front seats | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | – | Std | Std | – | Std |
| Remote liftgate or trunk release | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | – | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Dual-clutch automatic transmission | – | – | – | – | Std |
Complete certification table
7 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49815Elantra | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 | N/A |
| 49816Elantra Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 49 | 52 | 50 | N/A |
| 49817Elantra Hybrid Blue | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 51 | 58 | 54 | N/A |
| 49818Elantra N | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S8) | Premium | 20 | 27 | 23 | N/A |
| 49819Elantra N | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveManual 6-spd | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 | N/A |
| 49813Elantra non-ISG | 2L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 30 | 40 | 34 | N/A |
| 49814Elantra w/Stop-Start | 2L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 31 | 40 | 35 | N/A |
Direct answers
22 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 Elantra come in?
Kelley Blue Book lists 5 trims for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra (compact sedan): SE, SEL Sport, SEL Sport Premium, Limited, N Line.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q02What are the 2026 Elantra trims?
Kelley Blue Book lists these 5 trims for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra, in this order: SE, SEL Sport, SEL Sport Premium, Limited, N Line.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 Elantra use?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra is built around 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI), rated at 147–201 horsepower across its compact sedan body style.
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 Elantra?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra is offered with FWD.
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications
Q05What changed for the 2026 Elantra?
Against the 2025 model year in Kelley Blue Book's rows, SEL Sport Premium joins the lineup; SEL Convenience is no longer listed; the best combined fuel economy moves from 36 to 35 mpg.
Source: Kelley Blue Book model-year information
Q06How many recall campaigns does NHTSA list for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation records 1 recall campaign for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra, covering airbags.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall campaigns
Q07How much cargo space does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have, per EPA measurement?
The EPA lists 14 cubic feet of measured luggage or cargo volume for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q08How did the 2026 Hyundai Elantra do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 5 stars for rollover resistance, a 10.1% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q09How quickly does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Car and Driver's testing of the 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited recorded 8.4 seconds from 0 to 60 mph.
Q10What is the 2026 Hyundai Elantra's top speed?
Car and Driver's testing of the 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited recorded a top speed of 114 mph (governor-limited).
Q11How far does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra take to stop from 70 mph?
Car and Driver's testing of the 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited recorded a 70-to-0 mph stopping distance of 166 feet.
Q12What colors does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra come in?
Hyundai lists 8 exterior colors for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra: Abyss Black, Amazon Gray, Fluid Metal, Ecotronic Gray, Ultimate Red, Serenity White, Intense Blue, Atlas White. Hyundai charges extra for the premium paints: Ultimate Red ($500), Serenity White ($500). Which colors are offered depends on the trim.
Q13What kind of brakes does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra has four-wheel disc brakes.
Q14What suspension does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra use?
Front: MacPherson Strut with coil springs.
Q15Did the 2026 Hyundai Elantra earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick award?
IIHS lists the 2026 Hyundai Elantra as a Top Safety Pick. IIHS states the rating applies to 2021-26, 2024-26 and 2025-26 models, based on a test of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra SE 4-door.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q16How did the 2026 Hyundai Elantra do in IIHS crash tests?
IIHS rated the 2026 Hyundai Elantra: Good in the small overlap front test, Good in the updated moderate overlap front test, Good in the updated side test. IIHS states the rating applies to 2021-26, 2024-26 and 2025-26 models, based on a test of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra SE 4-door. Grades run Good, Acceptable, Marginal, Poor.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q17What size wheels does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra's wheel diameter is 15 inches on the SE, 17 inches on the SEL Sport, SEL Sport Premium and Limited and 18 inches on the N Line. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q18What warranty does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE IVT come with?
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE IVT with powertrain coverage of 120 months or 100,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 84 months with unlimited miles and roadside assistance of 60 months with unlimited miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q19What is the GVWR of the 2026 Hyundai ELANTRA SEL Convenience 4dr Sedan?
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 3,858 pounds for the 2026 Hyundai ELANTRA SEL Convenience 4dr Sedan.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q20What is the payload capacity of the 2026 Hyundai ELANTRA SEL Convenience 4dr Sedan?
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 1,133 pounds for the 2026 Hyundai ELANTRA SEL Convenience 4dr Sedan.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q21How do the 2026 Hyundai Elantra trims differ from one another?
The SEL Sport has proximity keyless entry, push-button start and a rear spoiler as standard equipment over the SE. The SEL Sport Premium has forward collision warning, heated front seats and heated mirrors as standard equipment over the SEL Sport. The Limited has built-in internet access, a navigation system, a power driver's seat and 4 more as standard equipment over the SEL Sport Premium. The N Line has 201 hp against 147 and a dual-clutch automatic transmission, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, pedestrian detection and a rear spoiler as standard equipment over the Limited.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q22What does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra cost across its trims?
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra run from $23,870 for the SE to $30,645 for the N Line, across 5 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
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